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be quiet! Light Loop 360 vs Noctua NH-U9S: Comparison
be quiet! Light Loop 360 and Noctua NH-U9S separate most on fan count: be quiet! Light Loop 360 at 3, Noctua NH-U9S at 1, 67% in favour of be quiet! Light Loop 360.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air, Single-Tower |
| Series | be quiet! Light Loop 360 | Noctua NH-U9S |
| Model Number | BW022 | NH-U9S |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1200 |
| Fan Count | 3 | 1-67% |
| Noise Level | 36.8 dBA+14 dBA | 22.8 |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Warranty | 3 years-50% | 6 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Light Loop 360 | Noctua NH-U9S |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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Verdict
be quiet! Light Loop 360
8 / 10 Expert Rating
be quiet!'s cooling quality with a genuine RGB showcase — a strong pick for builders who want both.
Noctua NH-U9S
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible, well-built compact cooler for mATX builds that don't need flagship-level thermal headroom.
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